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1. Abilify Lawsuit
Abilify Lawsuit A brief guide to filing an Abilify lawsuit Medical Research: What is Abilify? Abilify is a partial dopamine agonist that utilizes antidepressant properties for the treatment of bipolar disorder, clinical depression and schizophrenia. As an atypical antipsychotic, Abilify was approved by the FDA for the treatment of schizophrenia in adolescents (ages 13-17 ) and adul..
2. Accutane Lawsuit
Accutane Lawsuit A brief guide to filing an Accutane lawsuit History of Accutane Lawsuits: In 1982, manufacturer Roche introduced the acne medication Accutane to the market. At the time, reports of dangerous Accutane side effects had not been published. Due to increasing reports of these events, more than 8,000 people have filed a suit seeking an Accutane settlement. The drug was wi..
3. Advair Lawsuit
Advair Lawsuit A brief guide to filing an Advair lawsuit Patients with asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disorders such as bronchitis may be prescribed Advair. Treatment with this medication; however, carries documented risks of serious Advair side effects. A recent Advair lawsuit filed by the Justice Department against manufacturer GlaxoSmithKline resulted in a major settlement..
4. Airsoft Gun
What is an Airsoft Gun?Airsoft guns are replica firearms that use plastic pellets, commonly known as BBs. The firing mechanism typically involves compressed gas or spring-driven motors. They are marketed as a non-lethal firearm and are normally associated with recreational activities. Airsoft guns are commonly a part of group games, similar to paintball, reenactments and are al..
5. Ambien Lawsuit
Ambien Lawsuit A Brief Guide to Filing an Ambien Lawsuit: Issued to people with insomnia, Ambien has been controversial for its rare but unusual side effects. Parasomnia, a condition in which people perform acts they have no memory of while sleeping, is among the most-discussed Ambien side effects. To date, there has not been a high-profile Ambien settlement. The most prominent A..
6. Amitiza Lawsuit
Amitiza Lawsuit What is Amitiza? Amitiza, which utilizes Lubiprostone, is used to relieve stomach pain, straining and bloating. The drug relieves indigestion and stomach problems by promoting the production of softer and more frequent bowel movements in women who have chronic constipation (infrequent or difficult passage of stools that last 3 months or longer).  Amitiza is also ..
7. Avandamet Lawsuit
Avandamet Lawsuit What is Avandamet? Avandamet is a combinatory drug (metformin and rosiglitazone) that helps control blood sugar levels in diabetics. Avandamet is effective by decreasing the amount of sugar that the liver produces and intestines absorb. Moreover, Avandamet aims to make the body more sensitive to insulin that is already naturally produced. Avandamet is prescribed to peopl..
8. Bactroban Lawsuit
Bactroban Lawsuit What is Bactroban? Bactroban, the brand name for Mupirocin, is an antibiotic used to treat impetigo and other skin infections caused by bacteria. Bactroban is not effective in treating viral or fungal infections. Bactroban comes as an ointment. It is applied directly to the skin three times a day for 1 to 2 weeks. Users of Bactroban are recommended to follow th..
9. Celexa Lawsuit
Celexa Lawsuit A Brief Guide to Filing a Celexa Lawsuit What is Celexa? Celexa is the brand name for Citalopram, a drug used to treat depression. Celexa is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor that works by increasing the amount of serotonin in the brain. Although effective in maintaining chemical balance, use of Celexa may lead to the following side effects: •  ..
10. Chantix Lawsuit
Chantix Lawsuit A Brief Guide to Filing a Chantix lawsuit Chantix Side Effects and FDA Warnings: First approved to help smokers quit in 2006, the prescription medication Chantix has become controversial due to many reports of adverse effects. Most high-profile reports of serious Chantix side effects concerned either suicidal urges or psychological effects such as aggression, of whi..
11. Claritin Lawsuit
Claritin Lawsuit A Brief Guide to Filing a Claritin Lawsuit In 1993, the allergy medication Loratadine--the active ingredient in the over-the-counter medication Claritin--was approved by the FDA in treatment for hay fever and similar symptoms. The lack of widely reported Claritin side effects was part of the reason it was approved for over-the-counter use once its prescription-mandate e..
12. Crestor Lawsuit
Crestor Lawsuit A Brief Guide to Filing a Crestor Lawsuit What is Crestor? Crestor, which utilizes the drug Rosuvastatin, is combined with exercise and diet programs to reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack in people who are at risk of developing said diseases. Crestor is also used to decrease cholesterol levels and other fatty substances in the blood in patients 10 years a..
13. Cymbalta Lawsuit
Cymbalta Lawsuit A Brief Guide to Filing a Cymbalta Lawsuit: Cymbalta utilizes Duloxetine to treat generalized anxiety disorder and depression. The drug is also used to treat tingling and pain caused by diabetic neuropathy and fibromyalgia. Moreover, Cymbalta may be prescribed to treat ongoing muscle or bone pain, such as lower back pain. Cymbalta belongs to a class of medications known..
14. Darvocet Lawsuit
Darvocet Lawsuit A Brief Guide to Filing a Darvocet Lawsuit Darvocet FDA Warnings and Side Effects: The United States Food and Drug Administration, in November of 2010, banned Darvocet and other brand/generic drugs containing the pain killer propoxyphene. Darvocet was banned because new studies revealed a severe increase in cardiovascular events. Xanodyne Pharmaceuticals, the mak..
15. Depakote Lawsuit
Depakote Lawsuit A Brief Guide to Filing a Depakote Lawsuit: What is Depakote? Depakote is the brand name for Valproic acid. When used alone or with other medications, the drug is effective in treating certain types of seizures. Depakote, in addition to this application, may also be used to prevent migraines and treat manic episodes in people with bipolar disorder. Depakote belongs ..